Description
3558018X - QE296C CUMMINS AIR BRAKE COMPRESSOR - REMANUFACTURED
PART NUMBER(S):
Fleet Products: 3558018X (Remanufactured) | Replaces OE: Holset / Cummins: 3558018, 3558005
DESCRIPTION:
Model: Holset QE296C Quiet Economy Cummins Air Brake Compressor
Vehicles: Cummins C Series / C8.3 and J.I. Case engine applications in heavy-duty trucks, semi trucks, 18 wheelers, and commercial trucks
• Compressor Family: QE Quiet Economy
• Design: Single-cylinder air brake compressor
• Mounting: Flange mount
• Drive Type: Engine driven, supports thru-drive for power steering pump
• Cooling Method: Water cooled
• Air Inlet Location: Left
• Air Outlet Location: Front, threaded discharge
• Spline Shaft: 11-tooth spline
• Rated Output: 13.2 CFM @ 1250 RPM
• Engine Platform: Cummins C Series / C8.3
• Required Dryer Line: 065647WL-G
Applications:
Used on Cummins C Series / C8.3 and J.I. Case engine applications requiring a Holset QE296C Quiet Economy compressor with flange mounting, 11-tooth spline shaft, left-side inlet, front-threaded discharge, and thru-drive support for a power steering pump. A specific 4-line air dryer 065647WL-G is required to work correctly with the QE compressor’s unloading and control requirements.
CROSS-REFERENCE(S):
3558018, 3558018X, 3558018RX, 3558005, 3558005X, 3558005RX, 3559568K, 3559576K, 065647WL-G
A cross-reference listing means this part may be a suitable replacement for the listed part numbers. Always verify fitment before installation.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
✔ Verify Cummins C Series / C8.3 fitment, QE296C model, flange mount, and 11-tooth spline shaft before installation
✔ Confirm left-side inlet and front-threaded discharge orientation against the original compressor
✔ Use required 4-line dryer 065647WL-G for QE compressor unloading and control requirements
✔ Confirm thru-drive power steering pump alignment before startup
✔ Verify air, oil, coolant, and dryer control lines are clean and correctly routed before installation
SOLD AS REMANUFACTURED | CORE RETURN REQUIRED
Built to OEM standards | thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and tested to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in demanding applications.
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